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Yahoo
13-06-2025
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Kennebunk mourns loss of Shiloh Schulte: 'He's the kind of person you want in the world'
Greetings! Welcome to another Friday and to the latest dispatch from your Coast Star Connection. Hope you've enjoyed your week and are looking forward to the weekend. Hope all you dads out there have a fun and memorable Father's Day. Here is a roundup of articles that appeared on Seacoastonline since we last crossed paths. As always, thank you for reading. Thank you for supporting local journalism. I appreciate it. Shawn P. Sullivan Reporter for York County Coast Star and Seacoastonline Seacoast Media Group ssullivan@ As the community of Kennebunk mourns the death of Shiloh Schulte, one of its most liked, respected, and dedicated citizens, there is one word that Select Board member Kortney Nedeau says describes the loss. 'It's immeasurable,' Nedeau said. 'It's just such a shock. He was the kind of person you want in the world.' Schulte, 46, died in a helicopter crash while conducting conservation work in Alaska on June 4. A judge is ordering murder suspect Andrew Huber Young, of Wells, to undergo a competency evaluation before proceeding any further with his case. Huber Young's trial was scheduled to begin on June 9, following jury selection, but Justice Richard Mulhearn issued an order delaying the case by 30 days, according to a judicial center clerk. Huber Young, 22, is facing one count of murder in the shooting death of his 22-month-old niece, Octavia, during a family argument at his home on Crediford Road in Wells on May 21, 2022. Voters rejected the proposed RSU 21 budget at the polls on June 10, sending school officials a message about the district's finances as it heads into the new fiscal year. All three towns that comprise RSU 21 — Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Arundel — voted down the $62.6 million proposal, which called for an increase of roughly 5.5% over the budget voters approved last June. Voters in Wells shot down the prospect of adult-use cannabis shops in the community and elected a political newcomer to the Select Board at their June 10 election, according to results provided by the local town clerk. Voters in Kennebunk chose to kick the Pay-As-You-Throw trash disposal program to the curb during the town election by a vote of 1,408 to 1,078 on June 10. Both the town's Select Board and Budget Board had recommended they do so. As a result of this decision, the town will use $669,000 from the newly approved Fiscal Year 2026 budget for the collection, transportation, and disposal of local solid waste. Each week in this newsletter, I highlight the best stories from the latest issue of the York County Coast Star. Please forward the newsletter to your family, friends and acquaintances who might be interested. You can sign up to receive this newsletter here. And if you are a subscriber, thank you for helping to make our work possible. If you don't subscribe, please consider supporting Seacoastonline. This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: Kennebunk mourns loss of Shiloh Schulte
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Kennebunk wildlife biologist had passion for conservation and community
Jun. 9—Shiloh Schulte's family often found him exploring the woods, binoculars in hand, when he was growing up. His childhood interest in wildlife turned into a career in biology and a love for birds that his family adopted. Though his parents and four siblings are spread out across Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont, they say one object outside of their homes ties them to Schulte: bird feeders. The 46-year-old from Kennebunk, who has worked on several projects across the country to preserve landbird, seabird and shorebird populations, died in a helicopter crash Wednesday while conducting conservation work in Alaska to survey and record birds. "It's just such a tragedy, there was so much more that he could have done for the world and would have done," his brother Jonah Schulte said. "All we can do is hope to be even a little glimmer of what he was at trying to help." Shiloh Schulte, who most recently worked for the Massachusetts-based research nonprofit Manomet Conservation Sciences, was known in the company for his efforts to restore the American Oystercatcher population by 45%, according to a statement posted to social media. On the day of the crash, Schulte and the helicopter pilot, who also died, were flying from Prudhoe Bay to a remote area of Alaska's North Slope, according to the Boston Globe. The crash occurred on the first day of the study. 'KENNEBUNK SURELY LOST A GOOD ONE' His friends and family said his passion for conservation and community was infectious. Schulte lived in Kennebunk with his wife, 15-year-old daughter Caelyn and 18-year-old daughter Lorien, as well as his sister, Jill, and her young children. When he wasn't traveling for work, Schulte made efforts to be involved in his community, whether it was hosting potlucks or making friends in running groups, his wife, Shevaun Schulte, said. Every spring, she said, he and his family threw neighborhood parties to collect and boil down maple sap. As a father, his wife said, Shiloh Schulte instilled a love of learning in his children, and the family often traveled and went camping together. Loved ones are seeking donations through GoFundMe to support his family. Lorien Schulte said her father enjoyed reading, and was especially fond of "A Wizard of Earthsea" by Ursula K. Le Guin. Even off the clock, she said, he loved to photograph birds and share them on his Instagram account. Schulte, an avid runner who completed the Boston Marathon several times and finished as the top Maine runner in 2019, also served on Kennebunk's select board from 2015-24. Residents will remember him as a "thoughtful, principled" leader, according to a statement posted to the town's Facebook page. "Shiloh was encouraging, courageous, genuine, even-tempered and fair," Select Board member Kortney Nedeau said in a statement Monday. "Kennebunk surely lost a good one." MAKING FRIENDS ACROSS THE WORLD While "tromping through the tundra" at a camp in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in 2019, Michael Boardman, of North Yarmouth, said he was surprised to meet Schulte, a "fellow Mainer in the middle of nowhere." Boardman, who was serving as an artist in residence for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, said he appreciated that Schulte was willing to connect with him, even though he's not an expert in science. He said Schulte's willingness to teach others about the whimbrel, a type of shorebird, resulted in him putting more emotion into his field sketches and paintings. Schulte, he said, was passionate about raising awareness of some shorebirds, working to protect them along their long migration routes. "You may never go to the Arctic, but there's a lot of birds that you see during the course of the summer that do," Boardman said. "If they disappear, the world will be a lesser place." Jonah Schulte said his older brother had made friends across the world, from South America to the Eastern Seaboard. Since his death, he said it's been heartwarming to see comments and stories from people on social media and online who knew him. "There's people everywhere that knew Shiloh," Jonah Schulte said, "and were excited to see and hear from him just because they knew that if he was there, it meant there was a good reason to be there." Copy the Story Link We believe it's important to offer commenting on certain stories as a benefit to our readers. At its best, our comments sections can be a productive platform for readers to engage with our journalism, offer thoughts on coverage and issues, and drive conversation in a respectful, solutions-based way. It's a form of open discourse that can be useful to our community, public officials, journalists and others. We do not enable comments on everything — exceptions include most crime stories, and coverage involving personal tragedy or sensitive issues that invite personal attacks instead of thoughtful discussion. You can read more here about our commenting policy and terms of use. More information is also found on our FAQs. Show less
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Plymouth scientist among two killed in helicopter crash in Alaska
A prominent member of Plymouth's Manomet Conservation Sciences team is among two people killed in a helicopter crash last week in Northern Alaska. Shiloh Schulte was conducting conservation research at the time of the crash. He's known for his work in rebuilding endangered seabird populations along the East Coast. Schulte was also the coordinator for the American Oystercatcher Recovery Program, which helped rebuild the oystercatcher population by 45%. 'Shiloh gave his life in the service of something greater than himself,' said a spokesperson from the Manomet Conservation Sciences team, 'dedicating himself to preserving the natural world for future generations.' According to Must Read Alaska, the pilot also died in the crash. The cause remains under investigation. This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Science
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Scientists stunned by eye-catching bird's incredible comeback: 'Amazing job'
With shorebird populations dwindling significantly over the last 40 years, the stunning comeback of the American oystercatcher is not only a positive addition to our environment's health but also a beacon of hope for the future of shorebird repopulation. American oystercatcher numbers were as low as about 10,000 in 2009, but Shiloh Schulte, senior shorebird scientist at Manomet, launched population studies that have ultimately helped the species flourish. The eye-catching coastal bird, with its long red-orange bill, stunning red-yellow eyes, black head, and brown and white body, found on Atlantic and Gulf coast beaches, is crucial to the ecosystem of salt marshes and barrier beaches. The American oystercatcher's name comes from its diet of mostly shellfish, which it pries open with its powerful, pointed beak. Recognizing the direness of the shorebird's endangerment status, the American Oystercatcher Working Group and Manomet funneled $10 million into conservation efforts to protect the American oystercatcher across 10 years. These efforts include predation and disturbance management, such as limiting human interference, an approach that has previously benefited other bird species, including western snowy plovers. Manomet has also implemented habitat restoration efforts and coordinated monitoring of the birds to gather further knowledge and data to protect them. Fifteen years later, the outcome is remarkable. According to a Facebook post by Manomet, "Targeted recovery efforts over the past 15 years resulted in a 45% population rebound." Stephen Brown, vice president of science at Manomet, said, "Long-term migration studies have been crucial in highlighting the broader shorebird crisis," according to Environment + Energy Leader. With the new data and success from the oystercatcher's conservation model, other diminishing species of shorebirds have a chance to repopulate and thrive. To continue its work with American oystercatchers, Manomet, along with the Tybee Island Marine Science Center, hosted the Tybee Spring Shorebird Festival on Feb. 20 to continue raising awareness of the American oystercatcher and other shorebirds. On a Manomet Instagram post following the event, one commenter said, "Amazing job!!!" Another said, "It was a great festival!" Do you worry about air pollution in and around your home? Yes — always Yes — often Yes — sometimes No — never Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Though both shorebirds and the broader group of feathered, flying vertebrates face endangerment concerns, the oystercatcher's story of resilience and prosperity shines a light on the possibilities of repopulation. Now, with nearly 45,000 American oystercatchers taking flight, the future looks bright and bird-filled. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
